Mine Engineer prepares and inspects projects involving underground or surface mining. Responsible for planning and design of mine to ensure maximum stability. Being a Mine Engineer oversees the construction of shafts and tunnel. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Mine Engineer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Mine Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Are you a geologist looking for an opportunity that will contribute to protecting the environment and helping ensure a thriving mineral economy throughout Washington state? The Washington Geological Survey’s Surface Mine Reclamation regulatory program administers the Surface Mining Act (RCW 78.44), and we’re looking to hire a Surface Mine Reclamation Specialist (Inspector) for northeastern Washington. The position is critical to help ensure surface mines in Washington state will be reclaimed to a well vegetated, stable, and naturally draining condition, to provide the greatest practical degree of environmental protection, and to prepare the sites for their future use. The inspector is the subject matter experts for surface mine reclamation permits in the coverage area, providing technical assistance and support to permit holders in partnership to achieve compliance with permit conditions and all applicable laws and rules.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in geology, engineering geology, hydrogeology, or related field;
OR Four years of mining- and reclamation-related field experience, including the identification of slope stability and erosion hazards and hazardous mineral potential;
OR a combination of education and/or experience listed in the areas above.
Proficient with Microsoft Office software for the production of reports, letters, and other documents.
Proficiency with GPS, clinometer, Apple iOS, rangefinder, and other equipment needed for field inspections.
Experience using ArcGIS.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion and environmental justice practices.
Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,224.00 - $74,376.00 per hour
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Olympia, WA 98501
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